Knights attack and take down Jets 3-0
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Norway went on the road Thursday and swept North Central 26-24, 25-15, 25-21 in volleyball action.
“The team did extremely well attacking the ball as this is something that we have been focusing on during practice,” said Knights coach Meghan Rossato. Norway’s team hitting percentage was .216 with Kendall Burklund leading the charge at .394.
“Aili Freiberg, our setter, has been focusing on a few adjustments and that focus has paid off in addition to focus on attacking instead of roll shots,” Rossago said.
Chloe Chartier had four blocks at the net and numerous touches. “Blocking is more of an art than a science and something we've been working on for years,” Rossato said. “She has really impressed me with her net presence.”
In the rotation, Norway’s Addyson Burklund has made a change from outside to middle with good results. “She has been hitting some 10-foot lines recently as well as being a six rotation player with great passing skill,” Rossato said.
Emilee Temrowski has shown leadership on the court, and in communication, Rossato added. “While this doesn't necessarily show up in stats, she has a presence for the team and it makes all the difference in the energy, and succes. She has really grown with her mindset and hustle and I couldn't be happier for her and the impact she has on the team.”
Norway (16-8-2) is at West Iron on Monday. On Tuesday, the Knights host Carney-Nadeau, which also features the Little Knights volleyball camp game before the jayvee contest.
“Come and watch Norway Elementary students showcase their skills they have been learning,” Rossato said.
Norway stats:
Emilee Temrowski, 2 aces, 3 kills, 8 digs
Tessa Castelaz, 1 block, 3 digs
Aili Freiberg, 33 assists 5 digs
Chloe Chartier, 6 kills 4 blocks
Addyson Burklund, 13 kills, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 13 digs
Kendall Burklund, 5 aces, 17 kills, 1 assist, 9 digs
Lilli Sexton 2 aces, 1 assist , 8 digs
Allie Grable, 4 digs
Deanna Cruz, 2 aces